This is a comprehensive guide to year-end financial planning opportunities. Use this checklist to make smart moves before we close out the year, and as always work directly with us, your Accountant, or your Attorney to be sure you focus on what is right for your financial circumstances.
Financial Planning Articles
CIO Update: Market Reaction to Election Results
The results of arguably the most closely watched election across the world are finally in, and the U.S. stock market has reacted positively to Donald Trump’s win and the shift of Senate control to a Republican majority. We are still awaiting the results of the House of Representatives, but expectations are for Republican control in that chamber as well.
Embracing the Personal in Planning with Beth Bosworth
Perigon Wealth Management’s Beth Bosworth explains why advisors should throw traditional minimums “out the window” to attract next-gen clients.
What Is Dollar Cost Averaging – and Should You Be Doing It?
Sometimes I get a question from multiple clients in a short period, suggesting to me that it’s on people’s minds.
Lately, I feel like I’ve been answering a lot of questions about something called “dollar-cost averaging” — from clients and even from Barron’s.
Global Market Commentary – June 2024
Global stocks continued their resiliency, gaining 2.23% in June and 2.87% in Q2, bringing the MSCI All Country World Index’s (ACWI) 2024 YTD return through June 30 to 11.30%.
Global Market Commentary – May 2024
Global stocks rebounded 4.06% in May to overcome April’s -3.30% slump, bringing the MSCI All Country World Index’s YTD gain to 8.88%. The global benchmark for stocks reached seven all-time highs in May, bringing its 2024 tally to 28 record highs so far this year.
A Game Plan To Protect Players Selected In NFL Draft
Over the next few weeks, 224 people will start a very high-paying job. Due to the risks and competition inherent in this industry, a vast majority will be employed in this field for just a few years.
CIO Quarterly Update – Q2 2024 Stop Waiting for a Goldilocks Moment
We are a little over a year out from the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, and it is interesting to reflect on how markets have fared since that time. The US equity market is up over 26%1 over the last year and has soared to reach new all-time market highs in 2024.
Year-End Financial Planning Checklist
This is a comprehensive guide to year-end financial planning opportunities. Use this checklist to make smart moves before we close out the year, and as always work directly with us, your Accountant, or your Attorney to be sure you focus on what is right for you.
Bringing In The Knuckleball Pitcher: The Case For Differentiation
Firms offering holistic financial planning services may have once appeared as innovative as the infield shift but that’s now considered…
Jeremy Paul Speaks On How Advisors Are Helping Clients Navigate Natural Disasters and Home Insurance
Article by Steve Garmhausen | Barron'sThe high cost of hurricanes and wildfires has prompted major insurers in recent years to jack up premiums, raise deductibles, and in some cases pull out of states like Florida, Louisiana, and California. With property and casualty...
What You Should Do With ESPP Stock
There are different structures for Employee Stock Purchase Plans, or ESPPs, but in general, they allow you to set aside money from your paycheck to buy your employer’s stock at a discount over a certain time period.